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Aboard a comfortable custom vessel, refitted for educational cruises, voyage through the backwaters of the California Delta and learn about the region’s cultural and natural history. From the Napa River to the historic city of Napa, through the Carquinez Strait, past Glen Cove, Port Costa, Benicia and into Suisun Marsh experience a treasure trove of human history and abundant bird life with a highly regarded naturalist.

Highlights

• Follow in the wake of early pioneers as you view much of their early infrastructure and learn about the early development of California.
• Discover the WWII history of the Napa River and the Suisun Bay from Mare Island to the Ready Reserve (“Mothball”) Fleet.
• Enjoy the remote backwater habitats dominated by red-tailed hawks, egrets and diverse plant species.

Activity Notes

Walking up to four blocks over flat walkways with some gravel to and from boat docks. Climb a few stairs to enter boat.Coordinated by Road Scholar.

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The latest in light, portable, easy-to-use QUIETVOX listening devices are available on Road Scholar programs.* Whether you are outdoors, in a crowd or in a museum environment where speaking loudly is discouraged, a listening device makes it feel like our experts are speaking clearly and directly to you. Hear for yourself on a Road Scholar adventure!

*Please note that due to the nature of some programs, the remote location or government regulations, listening devices may not be available. If you’d like to know for sure if your program will offer listening devices, just call and ask an Advisor!